On 8 March, International Women’s Day is celebrated. On this occasion, we call for real and effective equality for women which, although it is work that should be carried out every day of the year, becomes especially visible on this date through different events organised by various institutions and by the many women and men who fight to achieve this right, with the aim of putting an end to gender-based violence, the glass ceiling, the gender pay gap and the double working days that women experience in all spheres of life.
This year we want to highlight the double working day experienced by many working women who, in many cases, take on household chores, the upbringing and care of their sons and daughters and, in addition, work outside the home, contributing income to cover the different expenses of the family economy.
Although various work–life balance measures are being adopted, most of them requested by women, the truth is that there still seems to be a long way to go.
Thus, the possibility of reducing working hours in order to care for sons or daughters up to 12 years of age, or for persons with disabilities who are not engaged in paid work, entails the corresponding reduction in salary. Although the contribution base is maintained at 100 % during the first two years, thereafter contributions are calculated on the basis of the salary actually received. Therefore, if the reduced working hours are maintained for more than two years, social security contributions will be based on that lower salary, which may result in a lower retirement pension. Bearing in mind that this right is mainly used by women, who in many cases also earn lower wages than many men, the result is that women’s retirement pensions may be significantly lower than those of men.
Furthermore, as a noteworthy development, workers may now request adjustments to the length and distribution of their working day, the organisation of working time and the way in which work is performed, including remote work, in order to make their right to a work–life balance effective. Where they have sons or daughters, workers are entitled to make such a request until their children turn 12 years of age.
In the Concello de Zas (Zas Town Council) there is a Women’s Information Centre (CIM) as a tool to provide advice on equality issues. It is staffed by professionals specialising in equal opportunities and gender-based violence and one of its functions, among others, is to provide women with legal and employment advice.
Women’s Information Centre of the Concello de Zas
The City Council of Zas makes available to the public a series of modern and well-equipped facilities, designed to promote sport, culture and social life. These spaces offer a variety of services that contribute to the well-being of the neighborhood and community revitalization.
The municipal swimming pools open during the summer season and are one of the most demanded resources in the neighborhood. They have areas adapted for adults and children, making them an ideal place to cool off, practice swimming or enjoy free time with the family.
The two municipal football fields host official matches, local tournaments and training sessions for clubs and sports schools. It is a meeting point for grassroots sports and amateurs of all ages.
These are versatile and modern facilities in which sports disciplines such as basketball, indoor football or volleyball can be practiced, as well as hosting extracurricular activities and social events organized by the municipality.
This center is a space of cultural and educational dynamism, equipped with a public access library, a computer room and several classrooms intended for training. Workshops, courses and neighborhood meetings are also held there.
With a library, computer room and cafeteria service, this center becomes a meeting place for the neighborhood. Its cultural and educational programming makes it a reference space in the municipality.
Tanatorio service of the City Council of Zas which has a sailing room for the service of the residents of the municipality. 24-hour service
Located in the municipal pavilion, the gym is equipped with cardio and bodybuilding machines. It’s the perfect place to exercise regularly, improve physical health, and encourage healthy lifestyle habits.
